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larry-turner.bsky.social
Really enjoyed being back at Victoria College Northfield for #ThePowerOfSpecialistFE week.

The staff & trustees provide an essential service that improves life chances for young people across Birmingham & the West Mids.

I'm glad we're making progress on funding in Parliament.
December 4, 2025 at 6:27 PM
spcialndsjungle.bsky.social
On SNJ Today: Specialist further education is too often forgotten when it comes to government policy priorities. @natspec.bsky.social the Specialist Colleges Association, is asking you to help them highlight its importance. #ThePowerofSpecialistFE. Find out how: www.specialneedsjungle.com/s...
Image shows a group of young disabled people laughing in a break at college, colourised in blue to match the natspec logo
December 1, 2025 at 7:45 PM
natspec.bsky.social
Professionals from general FE & specialist colleges pledging their support for #ThePowerOfSpecialistFE campaign at today’s AoC SEND Conference. #AoCSEND25 @aoc-info.bsky.social

Find out more: www.specialistfe.com
December 2, 2025 at 2:17 PM
ohcandat.bsky.social
Our students are heading to the Houses of Parliament today to talk to MPs to advocate for a better future.

They will be interviewing MPs for their student-led podcast Westminster Unfiltered which dives into political issues and asks tough questions.

#ThePowerofSpecialistFE #SpecialistFEWorksForMe
December 2, 2025 at 8:16 AM
natspec.bsky.social
From 1–5 Dec, we’re celebrating #ThePowerOfSpecialistFE! Recognising how specialist FE helps young people to gain independence, skills & confidence for life and work.
Get involved in the campaign: specialistfe.com
Share your story 📢: specialistfe.com/for-learners/

#SpecialistFEWorks #SEND #FE
Supporting the Power of Specialist Further Education
A national awareness week celebrating the transformative impact of specialist further education across England.
specialistfe.com
November 19, 2025 at 2:27 PM
natspec.bsky.social
A powerful and important piece - thank you, Ben Bastin, for bringing such clarity to an issue that too often gets overlooked.

Find out more about our awareness week starting on Monday at specialistfe.com #ThePowerofSpecialistFE
feweek.bsky.social FE Week @feweek.bsky.social · Nov 27
'A guarantee that excludes young people with SEND is a moral failure'
Ben Bastin, @natspec.bsky.social on how the government's youth guarantee fails to reflect the needs of SEND young people
feweek.co.uk
November 28, 2025 at 12:00 PM
natspec.bsky.social
What are you doing during 1-5 December to celebrate #ThePowerofSpecialistFE movement?

#SpecialistFEWorksForMe
feweek.bsky.social FE Week @feweek.bsky.social · Nov 20
'Beyond the awareness week, The Power of Specialist FE is a movement'
Clare Howard, @natspec.bsky.social on the new campaign that puts FE SEND specialists centre stage
@plmr.education
feweek.co.uk
November 21, 2025 at 10:52 AM
ohcandat.bsky.social
Orchard Hill College is delighted to be taking part in #ThePowerofSpecialistFE awareness week coming up at the beginning of December.

Specialist FE unlocks education, transforms lives and creates lasting impact.

We’re looking forward to sharing our stories over the coming weeks.
November 13, 2025 at 3:19 PM
togethertrust.bsky.social
We’re proud to stand with colleges nationwide celebrating #ThePowerofSpecialistFE - unlocking education, transforming lives and creating lasting impact.
December 3, 2025 at 11:27 AM
natspec.bsky.social
Specialist FE has a life-changing impact on young people. We and our colleges see it every day. But don't just take our word for it; hear directly from learners in our campaign video about how #SpecialistFEWorksForMe

#ThePowerOfSpecialistFE

youtu.be/Zz_vvDDu6a0
Celebrating the Power of Specialist FE
YouTube video by Natspec
youtu.be
December 1, 2025 at 9:23 AM
togethertrust.bsky.social
📢It’s #ThePowerofSpecialistFE awareness week! We’re celebrating our amazing learners and staff who make a difference every day.

👉Hear directly from our students:
📽️Watch the video www.youtube.com/watch?v=A6NU...

#SpecialistFEWorksForMe @natspec.bsky.social
The power of Specialist Further Education - what do students from Bridge College think about it?
YouTube video by Together Trust
www.youtube.com
December 2, 2025 at 10:34 AM
togethertrust.bsky.social
✨Phoenix’s story is proof that when education fits around the learner, not the other way around, young people can thrive.

Read the blog 👇
🔗 www.togethertrust.org.uk/news/the-pow...

#SpecialistFEWorksForMe #ThePowerofSpecialistFE @natspec.bsky.social
Graphic with teal background and yellow text: ''The Power of Specialist Education.'' Below, a banner reads: “Phoenix’s Journey at Bridge College.” Next to the text, a photo shows two people at an outdoor event, one wearing a bright pink floral lei. A white vehicle and other participants are visible in the background.
December 3, 2025 at 11:27 AM
natspec.bsky.social
Natspec Chief Executive Clare Howard was up early this morning to set off on her cross-country road trip, visiting colleges across the country for #ThePowerOfSpecialistFE week. From Kent to London and Manchester to Birmingham, keep an eye out for her this week, and #CatchClareIfYouCan!
A pledge board sitting in the driver's seat of a car. The board reads "I'm supporting The Power of Specialist FE"
December 1, 2025 at 8:33 AM
togethertrust.bsky.social
🔊We’re proud to be taking part in #ThePowerofSpecialistFE awareness week this December, celebrating the incredible achievements of our learners and staff.

@natspec.bsky.social

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Graphic with a cream background and bold text in a yellow box that reads: ''We’re supporting #ThePowerofSpecialistFE.'' Below, the website “specialistfe.com” is shown. On the right side, the Together Trust charity logo appears, along with the phrases: ''We unlock education. We transform lives. We create lasting impact.'' At the bottom right, a circular badge says: ''The power of specialist further education.''
November 4, 2025 at 1:31 PM
qac-official.bsky.social
We’re proud to be taking part in #ThePowerofSpecialistFE awareness week this December, celebrating the incredible achievements of our learners!
A graphic with a yellow rectangular box containing bold blue text that reads, “I’m supporting #ThePowerofSpecialistFE.” Below, the website “specialistfe.com” appears in dark blue. To the right, smaller blue text reads, “We unlock education. We transform lives. We create lasting impact.” In the bottom-right corner is a circular logo with the words “The power of specialist further education.” The background features bold maroon and cream curved shapes.
December 1, 2025 at 9:01 AM
ohcandat.bsky.social
Specialist Further Education transforms lives 🚀

Last week our Kingston Supported Interns attended the Access for All Carers fair organised by @AfCKingston @TAGYouthClub

The interns took part in a reverse careers fair and helped at the event.

#ThePowerofSpecialistFE #SpecialistFEWorksForMe
November 19, 2025 at 6:37 PM
togethertrust.bsky.social
👉 How can you get involved?

✨Follow along as we share stories and successes

✨Show your support by liking, sharing, and commenting on our posts

✨Use the hashtag #ThePowerofSpecialistFE to join the conversation

🔊Together, let’s amplify the power of specialist FE!
November 4, 2025 at 1:31 PM
henshaws.bsky.social
Another Day 1 post for The Power of Specialist FE 💙

Georgia, who uses a communication device, shares what she enjoys about college: the opportunities and the people around her.

Find out more about the campaign: https://specialistfe.com

#ThePowerOfSpecialistFE #SEND #HenshawsSpecialistCollege
December 1, 2025 at 6:11 PM
natspec.bsky.social
Natspec Chief Executive @ClareH_Natspec continues her cross country journey visiting specialist colleges to talk about #ThePowerOfSpecialistFE

Despite nearly 500 miles on the road, she's not done yet, so #CatchClareIfYouCan
Clare Howard at Rotherham Opportunities College Clare Howard with students and staff at Landmarks Specialist College. One of the students is holding a pledge board saying Specialist FE works for me Clare at Creating Tomorrow College with a group of students, one of whom holds a pledge board saying "specialist FE works for me"
December 3, 2025 at 2:09 PM
natspec.bsky.social
"The staff really understand me here. I feel so supported, and I can be myself, I've learnt a lot."

Natspec Chief Executive Clare Howard was delighted to visit KITE College as the first stop on her #ThePowerOfSpecialistFE roadtrip! Where will she be off to next? #CatchClareIfYouCan
Clare Howard stands next to Principal Sarah Miller and students at KITE College. One of the students is holding a pledge board stating "I'm supporting the power of specialist FE"
December 1, 2025 at 2:25 PM
henshaws.bsky.social
Day 5 (video 2) of The Power of Specialist Further Education 💙

Persie signs as she speaks, sharing her love of friends, lessons and work experience. Specialist further education values all communication styles and supports students to express themselves confidently.

#ThePowerOfSpecialistFE #SEND
December 5, 2025 at 3:32 PM
henshaws.bsky.social
Day 4 (part 2) of The Power of Specialist Further Education 💙

Bilal washes up after cooking macaroni cheese... A brilliant example of how specialist further education helps students build everyday life skills and independence!

Find out more: https://specialistfe.com

#ThePowerOfSpecialistFE #SEND
December 4, 2025 at 6:03 PM
henshaws.bsky.social
Day 3 of The Power of Specialist Further Education 💙

Tess signs along as she tells us what she enjoys most. Specialist education provides the communication support and tailored teaching that helps students engage fully.

Find out more: https://specialistfe.com

#ThePowerOfSpecialistFE #SEND
December 3, 2025 at 7:02 PM
qac-official.bsky.social
Janay, a former Preparation for Life student at QAC, shares how the experience helped her grow. Over the past week, we've highlighted how #ThePowerofSpecialistFE has impacted our former students' lives. Catch up on their stories here: buff.ly/979JZPQ
A graphic with a yellow rectangular box containing bold blue text that reads, “I’m supporting #ThePowerofSpecialistFE.” Below, the website “specialistfe.com” appears in dark blue. To the right, smaller blue text reads, “We unlock education. We transform lives. We create lasting impact.” In the bottom-right corner is a circular logo with the words “The power of specialist further education.” The background features bold maroon and cream curved shapes. With a photo of Janay on the left side of the image
December 5, 2025 at 2:00 PM
qac-official.bsky.social
To round off #ThePowerofSpecialistFE we are sharing two more student testimonials using assistive technology during their day-to-day.

Read them using the attached link buff.ly/eqNzKJO
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December 5, 2025 at 6:00 PM